Wengen SG podium 2024 : GEPA picture
Who’s Racing When and How to Watch
Legendary Course and Unique Setting
The Wengen Super-G is held on the iconic Lauberhorn downhill course, the longest on the FIS Ski World Cup circuit. Known for its breathtaking backdrop of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains, this course challenges skiers with steep sections, sharp transitions and technical demands. The race is not just a test of speed but also of stamina and precision.
Accessing Wengen in winter adds to the race’s charm. Helicopters or cog railways are the only way up, and all vehicles in the village are electric, reflecting the town’s commitment to its environment.
Last Season’s Super-G Results
Last season’s Wengen Super-G delivered thrilling action, with French skier Cyprien Sarrazin claiming his first and only World Cup super-G win. Sarrazin delivered a standout performance as he mastered the technical challenges of the Lauberhorn course to secure victory. Unfortunately, Sarrazin will not compete this season due to a head injury sustained in Bormio.
Swiss superstar Marco Odermatt, the reigning World Cup super-G champion, finished second in last year’s race. Odermatt is back and will be the home crowd’s favorite on Friday, especially with his consistent podium finishes this season.
The third-place finisher, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde of Norway, had an exceptional performance but suffered a major injury just days later in Wengen’s downhill. The injury ended his season early, and he remains sidelined this year.
Of last season’s podium finishers, only Odermatt will race on Friday. With Sarrazin and Kilde absent, the door is open for new challengers to step onto the podium. However, Odermatt’s consistency and form this season make him the likely favorite to repeat his success.
This Season’s Super-G Podium Finishers
The 2024-25 season has already seen a diverse group of athletes reach the super-G podium, reflecting the depth of talent in this discipline. With three races completed, here’s a look at the podium finishers so far:
- Beaver Creek, USA:
- 1st: Marco Odermatt (SUI) – The Swiss superstar started the season strong with a dominant win, showcasing his mastery of the discipline.
- 2nd: Cyprien Sarrazin (FRA) – The Frenchman delivered an impressive performance before his season-ending injury in December.
- 3rd: Lukas Feurstein (AUT) – The Austrian skier secured his first career World Cup podium, making an early statement this season.
- Val Gardena / Gröden, ITA:
- 1st: Mattia Casse (ITA) – The Italian claimed his first career World Cup victory, thrilling the home crowd with a near-perfect run.
- 2nd: Jared Goldberg (USA) – The American earned his first career podium, proving his potential as a top contender in super-G.
- 3rd: Marco Odermatt (SUI) – Odermatt continued his consistent form with another podium finish, keeping him atop the standings.
- Bormio, ITA:
- 1st: Fredrik Moeller (NOR) – The 22-year-old Norwegian rising star grabbed his maiden World Cup win on the challenging Stelvio course.
- 2nd: Vincent Kriechmayr (AUT) – The experienced Austrian returned to form with a strong runner-up finish.
- 3rd: Alexis Monney (SUI) – The Swiss skier secured his first World Cup podium, solidifying Switzerland’s strength in the discipline.
With this season’s podiums spread across six nations—Switzerland, France, Austria, Italy, Norway, and the United States—the competition remains fierce. These athletes will all be contenders in Wengen, where the challenging Lauberhorn course promises to test their endurance and skill.
Podium Favorites
The Wengen Super-G marks the fourth of eight super-G races this season. With only Wengen and Kitzbühel left before the February World Championships in Saalbach, Austria, this race is critical for athletes hoping to secure their spots on their countries’ rosters.
Odermatt leads the field as the reigning World Cup super-G champion and a consistent performer this season. He already claimed two podiums in the first three super-G races, including a win in Beaver Creek and a third-place finish in Val Gardena. With last year’s winner, Sarrazin, sidelined due to injury and Aamodt Kilde still recovering, Odermatt is the clear favorite to win on home snow.
Other podium contenders include Italy’s Mattia Casse, who won in Val Gardena, and Norway’s rising star Fredrik Moeller, who secured victory in Bormio. Both skiers have shown strong form this season and will look to challenge Odermatt for the top spot.
National Diversity at the Top
This season has highlighted the international competitiveness of men’s super-G. Among the top 15 in the standings, seven countries are represented, with France, Switzerland, and Italy leading the charge. Despite Sarrazin’s absence, France still has three skiers in contention, showcasing the French depth of talent across the field.
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2024-25 World Cup SG Standings
Fifty-seven athletes from 14 countries will compete in the Wengen Lauberhorn super-G on Friday, Jan. 27th. The course setter is John Kucera (CAN).
North Americans to Watch
The North American contingent features a strong lineup for Friday’s Wengen Super-G. Jared Goldberg leads the charge for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, currently ranked seventh in the season super-G standings. Goldberg experienced a career-best second-place finish in Val Gardena, earning his first World Cup podium.
Ryan Cochran-Siegle, ranked 18th, and River Radamus, ranked 23rd, will also compete. Cochran-Siegle is a consistent performer in super-G, while Radamus continues to improve in the discipline and could surprise on the challenging Lauberhorn course. Kyle Negomir, ranked 29th, and Bryce Bennett, ranked 46th, bring valuable experience and depth to the team. Sam Morse, another Stifel U.S. Ski Team member, is eager to score his first super-G points of the season.
Independent U.S. racer Wiley Maple will also take to the course. Known for his fearless style, Maple is a veteran with significant experience on demanding tracks like the Lauberhorn.
For Alpine Canada Alpin, Jeffrey Read enters the race following a strong 19th-place finish in Bormio, marking his first super-G points of the season. Read is building on his breakout 2023-24 campaign, which included his first World Cup podium. James Crawford, the reigning World super-G champion and currently ranked 31st in the season standings, and Cameron Alexander, ranked 10th, will add further strength to the Canadian roster. Brodie Seger, ranked 36th in super-G, brings additional experience to the team and will aim to score a strong result.
One more Canadian will look to break into the super-G points for the first time this season: Riley Seger, Brodie’s younger brother. He brings promise and will seek valuable experience on one of the circuit’s most challenging tracks.
North American Super-G Rankings After Two Races
Legendary Course and Unique Setting
The Wengen Super-G is on the iconic Lauberhorn downhill course, the longest on the FIS Ski World Cup circuit. Known for its surrounding mountains of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains, this course challenges skiers with steep sections, sharp transitions, and technical demands. The race is a test of speed, stamina and precision.
Accessing Wengen in winter adds to the race’s charm. Helicopters or cog railways are the only way up, and all vehicles in the village are electric, reflecting the town’s commitment to its environment.
Bibs and Bios of North American Men Racing the Downhill
- Bib 1, James Crawford, ACA, Whistler Mountain Ski Club, HEAD
- Bib 12, Jeffrey Read, ACA, Banff Alpine Racers, Atomic
- Bib 15, Jared Goldberg, Stifel USST, Snowbird Sports Educational Foundation
- Bib 16, Cameron Alexander, ACA, Whistler Mountain Ski Club
- Bib 18, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Stifel USST, Mt Mansfield Ski Academy, Cochran’s Ski Club, HEAD
- Bib 22, River Radamus, Stifel USST, Ski and Snowboard Club Vail, SYNC Protection
- Bib 30, Kyle Negomir, Stifel USST, Ski and Snowboard Club Vail, Atomic
- Bib 31, Sam Morse, Stifel USST, Carrabassett Valley Academy, TOKO
- Bib 35, Bryce Bennett, Stifel USST, Team Palisades Tahoe
- Bib 36, Riley Seger, ACA, Whistler Mountain Ski Club, Montana State University
- Bib 46, Wiley Maple, USA Independent, Aspen Valley Ski and Snowboard Club, SYNC, Atomic, Oakley
- Bib 50, Brodie Seger, ACA, Whistler Mountain Ski Club, Atomic
How and When to Watch
The race starts at 6:30 a.m. Eastern and 3:30 a.m. Pacific time,
U.S. audiences can watch the race live or as a replay on Ski And Snowboard Live.
Sports enthusiasts in Canada can watch the World Cup on CBC Sports.
Daily Program and Start List
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Start List
About the Author: Peter Lange
